Both operators, who yesterday announced that they had signed a memorandum of understanding, have said they will not give further details about the impact on routes, fares and capacity until the final agreement had been signed.
Currently, Blue Islands offers free baggage, free name and ticket changes, along with free seat selection and complimentary lounges as part of its ticket price.
Flybe charges for hold baggage, ticket changes and seat selection under its basic Just Fly ticket, although they are included as part of its more expensive Get More and All In ticket prices.
Economic Development Minister Lyndon Farnham ‘welcomed’ the news of the franchise, which he said could encourage more visitors to Jersey.
It is also unclear what the move will mean for Blue Islands’ code-share agreement – an arrangement where two or more airlines share the same flight – with Aurigny, which has also declined to comment.
